Skilled Trades Archives — Lincoln Tech News Blog

Skilled Trades

Skilled Trades, CNC Machining and Manufacturing

From Hardship to High-Tech: Alec Tomasula’s Journey to Lincoln Tech and Beyond

Alec Tomasula aspired to join the military right after high school. That was the plan until leg surgery derailed it completely.

May 6, 2025

The tools an electricians uses on the job

Skilled Trades, Electrical

The Tools Electricians Use On the Job

Article updated on 4/23/2025 to include additional tools and an updated labor outlook.

April 23, 2025

Lincoln Tech's NJ Trade Schools offering 11 career training programs at six campuses

Trade Schools In New Jersey Can Help Solve The Skills Gap

Skilled Trades, Technology and Skilled Trades

Robert Lanni

January 31, 2025

The State of New Jersey has a robust economy that spans many sectors, especially technology, transportation and medicine.

Learn the 5 most used types of welding joints in industrial applications.al

What Are the 5 Basic Types of Weld Joints? Diagrams & Descriptions

Skilled Trades, Welding Technology

Lincoln Team

January 23, 2025

Seasoned welders can make the work of piecing metal together look easy. But the job requires more than picking up a torch and connecting metal to metal.

Learn how CNC Milling differs from Lathing, and how it is used.

What is a CNC Milling Machine? Learn The Fundamentals

Skilled Trades, CNC Machining and Manufacturing

Nikki Barnes

January 17, 2025

An Introduction to CNC MillingComputer Numerical Control (CNC) machining stands out as a flexible method in the manufacturing landscape, offering an arra

Learn how HVAC technicians can find steady earnings, benefits, and perks as part of their careers.

HVAC Technician Salary Guide for United States: Earnings & Prospects

Skilled Trades, HVAC

Lincoln Team

January 13, 2025

HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) technicians help businesses, homes, and other commercial and residential buildings maintain hea

Learn about the salary range for electricians in the United States, and how it can vary based on experience, location, specialization, and employer.

Electrician Salary Guide: How Much Do Electricians Earn?

Skilled Trades, Electrical

Lincoln Ed

December 12, 2024

Electricians make sure people and businesses are powered up and running every day.

What Is TIG Welding? Lincoln Tech describes this process in detail, and covers critical safety information.

What Is TIG Welding? Details on Use and Safety

Skilled Trades, Welding Technology

Robert Lanni

December 09, 2024

One of the most recognizable terms used in welding is “TIG welding”, which the AWS A3 standard defines as “a nonstandard term for gas tungsten arc welding.” TIG i

Learn about the typical day of a CNC operator in American manufacturing.

The CNC Operator – A Typical Day In This Manufacturing Career

Skilled Trades, CNC Machining and Manufacturing

Robert Lanni

November 25, 2024

Learning about the many tasks that a CNC operator would perform during the workday can give the prospective machinist an inside view of American manufacturing.